2.0hdi low pressure pump

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2.0hdi low pressure pump

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Can anyone think of or know a bodge temporary fix to get the car running after the low pressure pump has failed in the tank. I know they're not too difficult to change having done one before, but the car is a long way from home and just wondered if anyone has any ideas :-/
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Hi Ken,

Often a good bash on the top of the tank can get a reluctant pump to start up...
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Hi Ken,

I've no idea how to sort a temporary bodge - as I understand it, the main injection pump on an HDI needs to receive fuel from the tank under a little pressure. Maybe some member isn't living too far away from you, or the vehicle, if you needed a bit of help. Any location?

(PS. just seen CitroJim's post - had assumed you'd already given it a good thrashing!)
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You could fit an aftermarket external pump.

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/12v-Universal ... 4d28c504eb" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

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Thanks for the ideas :) It's not my car, it's one I'd like to buy. It's going cheap enough but it's so far from home :( it's in Gillingham Dorset, the colour I've always wanted as well :( Once home I reckon I could fit a new one in a couple of hours.
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Post by wheeler »

How about taking a new pump & seal with you ? you only need a hammer & blunt screwdriver to change it. Very easy job & could be done by an average DIYer in under an hour. If you are changing it I would advise not attempting it unless there is less than half a tank of fuel in the tank, If the tank is too full there is a risk of the tank distorting & you cant get the ring back on.
If I remember right the official repair time is only 0.5 hours
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Post by rory_perrett »

Yep about 30 mins to change, given that people don't normally sell cars with full tanks as long as its less than 1/2 full it should be easy (had to do one with the tank full and that's much less fun). If you don't fill the tank then the seal not being 100% is less important so you could get it home and then spend the time getting it sealed properly if you need to.
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Not sure you guys are familiar with which car this is for. It's a 2.0ltr Synergie. The tank has to be dropped at least one side down to access the pump/fuel gauge as there's no access from within the car. I've done it before and reckon about 2 hours here on the drive, but jacks, axle stands or ramps are needed. Given the distance from home I don't fancy that as an option. :(
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is it running ?

I am just up the road from Gillingham as is Phil Hunt in Todbar, he could change it whilst you wait I would think....can I assist ?
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I'd take a 20Litre jerry can and use the pump Peter recommended to get it home if I wanted the car. Should be quick and easy to plumb in and then can effect a proper repair at home. Jims suggestion of hitting it is worth a bash as well.
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No it's not running :(
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Your sure its the only problem ?....I could talk to Phil for you/arrange for him to meet you there/pick it up on his flatbed and change the pump in his Garage 15mins away ?
He is a Citroen guys so will know the method.

Or call Him, say Alasdair (the cast iron radiator guy) suggested you call him, and arrange the meet yourself.
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No, I'm not sure it's the only problem. I only have the sellers word for it, but thanks for your help and sugestions. I'm waiting to hear back from the seller at the mo.
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Ooops, could have swore i read it was a Xantia somewhere #-o
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wheeler wrote:Ooops, could have swore i read it was a Xantia somewhere #-o
Yes, as soon as I see 2.0HDI in the title, I jump to the conclusion it's a xantia - #-o
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